Entry Level Accounting Jobs in Silver Spring, MD

Job Description
Position Overview:
BAE Systems is offering a 24-week SkillBridge opportunity within Corporate Collections designed for transitioning active-duty service members. This structured training experience provides hands-on development in accounts receivable and collections activities within a corporate finance environment.
Participants will gain foundational knowledge of the collections lifecycle, customer account management, aging analysis, payment follow-up, dispute resolution, cash application coordination, and financial systems used to support collection efforts. Training will progress from foundational instruction to supervised application and ultimately to independent support of assigned collections activities under close mentorship.
Completion of this internship prepares the participant for potential transition into a full-time corporate collections role, contingent upon business needs and performance.
Key Learning Areas:
• Overview of the accounts receivable and collections lifecycle
• Customer account review and aging analysis
• Collection follow-up processes and documentation
• Coordination of payment status, unapplied cash, and open receivables
• Research and resolution of billing or payment discrepancies
• System navigation and reporting
• Internal controls, compliance, and documentation standards
• Cross-functional coordination with Billing, Program Finance, Contracts, and Accounting
Program Structure:
This internship follows a structured 24-week training plan consisting of defined modules, supervised collections activities, system-based learning, and progressively increasing responsibility in a live corporate finance environment.
Important Notice:
Participation in this SkillBridge internship does not guarantee employment. Completion of the training plan may position the participant for consideration for full-time opportunities based on performance and business needs.
Required Skills and Education
• Must be an active-duty service member of the U.S. Armed Forces
• Must be within 180 days of separation or retirement from active duty at the start of the internship
• Must receive command approval to participate in the Department of War (DoW) SkillBridge Program
• Must remain on active-duty status and continue to receive military pay and benefits during participation
• Ability to obtain and maintain any required system access
No prior collections or accounting experience is required. Structured training will be provided throughout the internship.
About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do-from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
Preferred Skills and Education
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Demonstrated ability to follow structured processes and procedures
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel experience helpful but not required)
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Effective communication and willingness to learn in a team environment
• Interest in developing skills in corporate finance and collections operations
Benefits Information
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
Intern Benefits: Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.
Please note: Some benefits may be different for union employees that are governed by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) or for positions covered by a wage law called the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA).